How do I turn off iPhone notifications?!

Nothing is more annoying than your iPhone beeping away in the middle of a meeting, an exciting film, or a matcha date, as if your life depends on it. Time to bring back some calm. In this blog, we'll guide you step by step on how to set your iPhone to silent mode.

Option 1: The classic silent switch

Honestly? Apple has made this brilliantly simple.

Where is it?

On the left side of your iPhone, above the volume buttons, there’s a small switch. That’s the silent toggle.

What should you do?

• Slide the switch towards the back (towards the screen).
• See an orange stripe appear? Yes, mate, your iPhone is now on silent.

Option 2: Do Not Disturb mode (for peace of mind and fewer distractions)

Had enough of notifications flooding your brain 24/7? Then Focus mode is your new best friend.

Here’s how to set it up:

• Go to Settings > Focus
• Choose either Do Not Disturb, Work, or Sleep
• Set who can still disturb you (your best mate? Mum? Your partner?)
• Activate via Control Centre (swipe down from the top right)

Bonus: You can even set automatic rules. For example: every evening after 9 pm = self-care time in pure silence.

Option 3: Mute sound using the volume buttons (quick fix)

In a rush or just want to quickly silence your phone?

• Press the volume down button until the sound is completely off.
• Check if a bell icon with a line through appears – otherwise, you're only muting media, not notifications.

💡xoxo-tips

• Use Do Not Disturb while driving if you want to go completely offline (and stay safe).
• Even when your phone’s on silent, your alarm will still go off.
• Invest in a stylish case (yes, ours!) so your iPhone looks fabulous even when in silent mode.

Conclusion: Silence is the new style

Putting your iPhone on silent isn’t rocket science, but it brings peace, focus, and control to your day. Whether you're at the cinema, giving a presentation, or just taking a little self-care moment: silence is golden. And if you pair that with a case that matches your mood? That’s a win-win.

xoxo,

Wildhearts